Gigantic is a colorful Free2Play hero shooter with MOBA elements. But why should you play the game when there are Overwatch, Paladins, and Battleborn? Here are 10 reasons that advocate for Motiga’s colorful action game.
Gigantic finally launched on Steam at the end of July after a long and turbulent development history and has since been available as a Free2Play title for everyone to play for free. But why should you even play this colorful mix of MOBA and hero shooter?
What is Gigantic and why should you play it? 10 good reasons!
Gigantic is a hero shooter in the style of Paladins and Overwatch, but it also contains a good portion of MOBA. The goal is – like in a MOBA – to crush the enemy base. However, the “base” is a giant monster that you usually cannot attack.
For this, you need to send your own creature against the enemy monster, which only works if you gradually fill a power bar through won fights and certain summoned creatures at certain points. Once the bar is full, your monster will charge at the enemy creature and slam it down. During this time, you have a brief opportunity to deal damage to the creature. Do this often enough, and you have won.
Unlike in MOBAs like LoL or HotS, you do not have to struggle through towers and defenses first. Instead, the action starts right away, similar to Overwatch or Paladins. There are almost no boring moments in Gigantic. But what exactly are the main advantages of the game? In the following paragraphs, we will present 10 reasons for Gigantic in more detail.
Colorful graphics and beautiful animations
Gigantic has its own comic graphic style, which enhances the individual heroes even more. The comic-like representation makes the crazy characters seem even crazier, and the cool animations add to this effect. Additionally, the colorful comic graphics are timeless and will still look good in five years.
Diverse selection of heroes
Currently, there are 20 heroes in Gigantic, and another one is expected to be added every month. The selection is already substantial. You can choose between typical shooters like the robot HK-206 or the flying Becket. However, there are also melee fighters like the brutal Margrave or Tyto the Swift. Snipers, supporters, and tanks are also available. So there is something for every taste.
Complex skill selection
In the battle, you earn experience points and level up. This gives you better skills. However, your abilities can also be further divided. This brings more tactical variety to the game, and even two identical heroes might not be the same due to the different skill sets.
Fast-paced gameplay
Gigantic is never boring for a second! Unlike in typical MOBAs, you are immediately in the thick of it, and there is constant action! There are hardly any breaks, something is always happening somewhere on the map, and only those who keep moving have a chance to win. Fans of fast-paced gameplay should be fully satisfied.
Teamwork matters
Despite the intense action in Gigantic, the colorful hero shooter MOBA mix is a game for team players. Because if you manage to make the enemy vulnerable or your own monster is down, then the whole team must act together to kill enemy heroes. Only then can you get the most out of the situation. However, those who wander around aimlessly will ruin the victory for their team. Gigantic is therefore primarily for players who like to achieve success together.
For shooter and MOBA fans alike
Gigantic generously borrows from the genres of MOBAs and hero shooters. Curiously, however, you do not have to enjoy both game types to have fun in Gigantic. If you only like shooters, you will find plenty of enjoyment, just as a MOBA fan would. Shooter players can best grab a ranged fighter and deal damage, while MOBA fans focus more on the tactical aspects of the game, such as placing creatures. And those who like both genres will find themselves right at home in Gigantic.
Crossplay between Xbox One and Windows 10
Gigantic is available for Xbox One, Steam, Perfect World’s Arc platform, and Windows 10. Whether you are sitting in front of the Xbox or the PC with Windows 10, both platforms can play together. This ensures that the player pool is not unnecessarily divided, and there are always enough players to fill a match. The same applies to players who play on PC via Steam and Arc. These platforms also form a common pool.
Easy entry
Gigantic is easy to learn. Grab a hero and jump into the action. Most abilities are intuitively unlocked in the game. If you play a hero often, you will discover even more complex characteristics, but if you just want to try something new, you can simply grab another hero and jump in without hesitation. Also cool: You can adjust your build to your playstyle and that of the group once you become more familiar. As a pro, you can even set up your character to compensate for weaknesses in the group setup.
Fair economy system
Gigantic is a Free2Play game with a cash shop. The microtransactions offered there are by no means unfair and do not give you any advantages in battle. You only get cosmetic items like skins or boosters that speed up your progress. However, you can also earn all the shop goodies through grinding. No one has to spend money.
Masses of content in the pipeline
Many games have the problem of starting strong with content but soon having nothing left and stagnating. This fate is unlikely to befall Gigantic, as the developers have the double of what is currently in the game in the pipeline. Therefore, roughly new heroes and gameplay features come into play every month. Gigantic should not get boring anytime soon.
Gigantic is available for free as a Free2Play game. You can find the official website here:
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